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Tips for Staying Safe on Vacation

Posted Friday, February 22, 2019 by
Chris Thayer

We are reaching that time of year when winter weather is still looming, but we hold the hope of a spring and summer making an appearance soon. While waiting for the nicer weather to arrive, many families take this time to plan or take a vacation. While on vacation, the idea is to relax and not be encumbered with the stressors of everyday life. However, even trips to paradise can result in accidents and injury. In order to keep yourself and your family safe on a vacation, there are some important steps you can take.

*Before Vacation* Most of the planning for emergency situations occurs before the trip even starts. If you can do these few things before setting off on your journey, you will be ready for emergencies as they arise:

Prepare an Emergency Medical Kit: Depending on the destination of your vacation, emergency supplies might not always be available. As such, it is important to have these supplies on hand for the duration of the trip. This emergency medical kit can include band aids, ointment, pain reliever, allergy medicine, and any prescription medications that a family member takes. The kit should be tailored to the specific needs of your family.

Have Records With You: Take copies of your immunization records, your family’s immunization records, the dosage information for prescription medications, and any documentation of recent surgery or treatment you might have undergone.Purchase travel insurance: Not every place will have the same standard of medical insurance.. Therefore, planning ahead with travel insurance can give you the piece of mind of quality medical care, regardless of the destination.

Research: Make sure you know where the nearest hospitals or urgent care facility is to your destination. Research the available means of transportation to receive medical care and whether your primary physician might be able to answer a phone call if you suffer an injury.

*During Vacation* During a vacation you should:

Inspect the Accommodations: Upon arriving to your travel accommodations, be sure to check the rooms for any dangers. If small children are traveling with you, it can be a good idea to childproof the area. Additionally, check to be sure that the windows and doors work properly and contact the staff immediately if something seems amiss.

Be Alert: Even if you are relaxing on the beach somewhere, an injury can happen. Therefore, while you still can enjoy vacation, do not let your guard down and be on the lookout for any emergencies or sudden injuries that need immediate attention. Staying alert can mean quicker reaction times to injuries and getting necessary help in a timely fashion.

Being prepared for emergencies or injuries on vacation does not negate the fact that accidents happen. The personal injury attorneys at Pivotal Law Group are here to help you in the aftermath of an injury. If you have been injured on vacation because of the negligence or wrongful act of another, contact us today to find out the options for recovery available to you.

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